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MTV “Skins” Show Controversy on DSP TV

The controversy surrounding the show “Skins” on MTV is being discussed on TV, blogs, and in print around the country. Parents and parenting organizations are protesting and boycotting. One major advertiser has already pulled Ads from being aired during the show. In this episode of DSP TV, we discuss a component of the show most are not talking about. After watching the video below, SHARE your thoughts in the COMMENTS section.

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WRONG 3 words for sexual activity and getting permission

In today’s episode of DSP TV, discover the WRONG 3 words to rely for obtaining consent in sexual activity. Many middle school, high school, and college students rely on these 3 words when engaging in sexual intimacy and/or hooking up. What 3 words are we referring to? Watch the show below AND share your thoughts in our COMMENTS section below. I will personally respond to each comment.

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Timing IS everything

How often does the following happen to you? You’ve just got home from work. You’re exhausted from the day. Upon you entering your home, your

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St. Lawrence raises MONEY at “Can I Kiss You?” Show.

Last night, St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY had 2 great turnouts. Due to the size of their incoming class, they have me present the “Can I Kiss You?” program at 2 different times of 7pm and 9pm. The attendance at each session was wonderful and the interaction and reactions afterward were fantastic.

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True Blood has horrific violent sex scene

On the June 27th episode of HBO’s “True Blood” TV series, the ending sexual scene was extremely violent. The character “Bill” twists the female vampires head and neck around as he is forcibly penetrating her. Making the scene equally concerning for many people was the fact the female vampire was smiling throughout the intense scene – while Bill’s character was clearly acting out in VENGEANCE against her.

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Parents Just Don’t Understand (especially parents of teens going to parties)

Remember the old Will Smith song, “Parents Just Don’t Understand”? Well I fell into that category last night (along with another Mom of a high school teenager hosting a party). One of my sons was going to a party at a house where we did not know the family. As we advice in our programs, we called ahead to talk with at least one of the parents – to find out their rules and policies for hosting a party. Do they allow alcohol and what are their expectations for the students?

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